Business Details
17 Years
experience
Your Trusted Portland Real Estate Partner
Founded in 2009, Dwell Realty has established itself as a community-focused real estate brokerage rooted in Northeast Portland. Our approach centers on building lasting relationships, combining local expertise with extensive industry experience to serve clients buying, selling, or renting properties. As full-service specialists, we prioritize personalized service, offering resources for both first-time homebuyers and seasoned investors. Owner Tracey Hicks, a Portland native since 2005, leads a team committed to transparency and community impact, operating with a 'no-nonsense' philosophy. We differentiate ourselves through innovative marketing strategies and a dedication to supporting agents' growth while maintaining a client-first culture.With over 15 years of collective experience, our brokers provide tailored guidance for residential, commercial, and relocation needs. Our membership in CoStar Group Inc. enhances our commercial real estate capabilities, ensuring competitive service delivery. We emphasize long-term client relationships, reflected in our referral-based growth and community involvement initiatives. Our mission remains to be a lifelong real estate resource, adapting to market changes while preserving core values of integrity and service excellence.
Services
Residential Real Estate
Commercial Real Estate
Relocation Services
Property Management
Home Buying
Home Selling
Investment Properties
Community Resources
Homeowner Support
Commercial Leasing
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of combined local real estate expertise
- Our team provides personalized relocation assistance with area insights
- Commercial services enhanced by CoStar Group membership
- Relationship-focused approach with referral-based growth
- Community-driven brokerage supporting agent and client success
What people say
Excellent experience
Superior service
Smooth transition
Professionalism
Community expertise
Services
Residential Real Estate
Our residential real estate services combine local market expertise with personalized guidance for buyers and sellers. We offer tailored property searches, pricing strategy development, and transaction support. Our Portland-native agents leverage 15+ years of combined experience to navigate complex deals while maintaining a client-first approach throughout the process.
Commercial Real Estate
DRCOMM provides commercial real estate services including sales, leasing, and management. Backed by CoStar Group membership, we offer competitive market analysis and strategic property positioning. Our team handles diverse commercial transactions from single storefronts to multi-unit investments across Oregon and Washington markets.
Relocation Services
We specialize in easing relocation transitions with neighborhood expertise and community insights. Our relocation specialists help clients find suitable housing and navigate local amenities. Services include market orientation, property selection, and ongoing support for families moving to the Portland metropolitan area from domestic or international locations.
Property Management
Our property management division oversees residential and commercial assets with a focus on tenant satisfaction and owner returns. We handle maintenance coordination, rent collection, and lease administration. The team manages over 400 units while maintaining a proactive approach to property upkeep and tenant relations.
Home Buying
We guide buyers through every stage from pre-approval to closing. Our agents provide market analysis, negotiation expertise, and access to exclusive listings. Services include first-time buyer education, investment property evaluation, and assistance with complex financing scenarios using local Portland market knowledge.
People
Tracey Hicks
Owner
Founded Dwell Realty in 2009, now sole owner since 2025, focuses on community and agent support. Passionate about real estate marketing with 20+ years industry experience.
Chris Guinn III
Principal Broker
Licensed since 1998 with 30+ years experience, co-founded Dwell Realty and established Dwell Property Management. Specializes in commercial real estate through DRCOMM.
Christy Marshall
Oregon Real Estate Agent
10-year real estate veteran with insurance industry background. Focuses on SW Portland market, combining client care with expert industry knowledge for residential transactions.
Darray Frazier
Oregon Real Estate Agent
Lifelong Oregonian with construction background. Specializes in guiding clients through property ownership achievement using tailored systems and local market expertise.
Eric Holmes
Oregon Real Estate Agent
Passionate real estate professional with investor and first-time buyer experience. Utilizes RMLS tools and relationship network to facilitate successful transactions across Portland's diverse markets.
Questions
What real estate services does Dwell Realty offer?
We provide residential and commercial real estate services including buying, selling, leasing, and property management. Our relocation specialists assist with Portland area transitions.
Are your agents licensed in Oregon and Washington?
Yes, our team holds licenses in both Oregon and Washington states, enabling cross-border real estate transactions and local market expertise.
How does Dwell Realty support relocation clients?
We offer relocation assistance with neighborhood guidance, community resources, and personalized property searches to help new residents settle in Portland's metro area.
What commercial real estate resources do you have?
As DRCOMM, we access CoStar Group's professional database for commercial sales, leasing, and management services across Oregon and Washington markets.
How long has Dwell Realty been in business?
Founded in 2009 by Tracey Hicks, we've served Portland's real estate market for over 15 years with a focus on community relationships.
